Tai Ji Quan for Mild Cognitive Impairment
What You Need to Know Before You Apply
What is the purpose of this trial?
To determine the efficacy of a cognitively enhanced exercise intervention - Tai Ji Quan: Moving to Maintain Brain Health in improving global cognitive function and dual-task ability in older adults with mild cognitive impairment.
Who Is on the Research Team?
Fuzhong Li, Ph.D.
Principal Investigator
Oregon Research Institute
Are You a Good Fit for This Trial?
This trial is for older adults with mild cognitive impairment who can safely exercise and have a CDR score ≤0.5 and MMSE ≥24, indicating normal general cognitive function. They must be willing to follow the study's protocol for 24 weeks plus a 6-month follow-up but not already engaged in Tai Ji Quan or similar vigorous physical activities.Inclusion Criteria
Exclusion Criteria
Timeline for a Trial Participant
Screening
Participants are screened for eligibility to participate in the trial
Treatment
Participants engage in Tai Ji Quan-based exercises designed to improve cognitive function, dual-task ability, strength/balance, and mobility
Follow-up
Participants are monitored for changes in cognitive function, physical performance, and quality of life
What Are the Treatments Tested in This Trial?
Interventions
- The Go for Exercise & Healthy Aging Project
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Who Is Running the Clinical Trial?
Oregon Research Institute
Lead Sponsor